Financial Planning and Analyst (FP&A)

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits Package:  Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy FREE breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

Our Mission:

• To be the word's most admired air and travel provider

Our Core Values:

• We Are Safe
• We Are Future Thinkers
• We Play To Win
• We Respect Everyone and Work As A Team

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) responsibilities include creating financial models, developing budgets, forecasting future performance, analyzing financial results to identify trends and variances, and providing insights to management to guide strategic decision-making. They partner with cross-functional teams, ensure data accuracy, support the financial close process, and prepare ad-hoc financial reports to help a company manage costs, identify growth opportunities, and mitigate risks.  

Financial Modeling: 

Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making. 

Budgeting and Planning: 

Participate in the annual budget process, long-range planning, and rolling forecasts to outline financial goals and allocations. 

Forecasting: 

Project future financial performance based on data, trends, and various assumptions. 

Performance Analysis: 

Analyze financial results by comparing actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to identify trends and variances. 

Business Partnering: 

Collaborate with different departments and cross-functional teams to gather information and provide financial guidance including billing, purchasing/inventory and operations

Reporting: 

Prepare comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management reviews, business performance, and strategic discussions. 

Ad-Hoc Analysis: 

Conduct special financial analyses to support immediate business needs and provide insights for critical decisions. 

Data Quality and Process Improvement: 

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes. 

Strategic Support: 

Offer insights to help leaders make informed strategic decisions, manage costs, find growth opportunities, and understand financial implications. 

Nonessential Functions: 

Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION: Associates in finance or accounting or relevant experience 1-2 years in manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing experience and/or Food Processing industry a plus
• Sound planning and organizational skills, be detail orientated and be able to multi task
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage and develop staff
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically in Excel
• Experienced in the use of an ERP systems

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Follows through on tasks given and goes above and beyond in delivering internally as well to external parties.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment without current or future sponsorship from dnata Catering USA.

Notice Regarding Background Checks (State Law Disclosures)

dnata Catering may obtain consumer reports and/or investigative consumer reports about applicants or employees for employment purposes, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.) and applicable state laws.

• California: Pursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report that may include information regarding your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living. You have the right to request a copy of any report obtained.
• New York: In accordance with Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law and the New York Human Rights Law, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and any employment decision based on criminal history will follow required legal standards and notice requirements.
• Massachusetts: Pursuant to the Massachusetts Consumer Reporting Act (M.G.L. c. 93, § 52 et seq.) and the Massachusetts CORI statute (M.G.L. c. 6, § 172), dnata Catering may obtain a consumer report or criminal offender record information for employment purposes, consistent with state law. Applicants may request a copy of any report obtained.
• New Jersey: In accordance with the New Jersey Opportunity to Compete Act (N.J.S.A. 34:6B-11 et seq.) and applicable consumer reporting laws, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and applicants will receive required notices and rights regarding any consumer report obtained.
• Texas: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Texas law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained.
• Tennessee: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Tennessee law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained. 

Salary : $70,304 - $105,000